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* Fonterra expects FY25 earnings to be in the upper half of its forecast range. * The Co-op has raised its milk collection forecast to 1,510 million kgMS. * A strong interim dividend is anticipated, supported by solid demand for key products. Fonterra Co-operative Group Ltd has provided an update on its

Southern District Police are calling on motorists to take extra care on the roads following a concerning number of fatal crashes in recent weeks. In less than two weeks, four crashes have claimed the lives of five people—three in the Otago Lakes area and one in Southland. Their deaths

Following a week of intense competition, Robyn Boniface has claimed the New Zealand Women’s Seniors Championship at Invercargill Golf Club, further establishing her incredible legacy in the senior’s game. After an 82 in the stroke play, she turned her game around to claim the Division One Veteran Challenge

* ILT’s scholarship programme supports international students in studying English at SIT in Invercargill. * The initiative aims to boost student retention and economic benefits in the Southland region. * Scholarship recipients have gained confidence and plan to continue further study at SIT. Southern Institute of Technology (SIT) recently hosted a celebratory

Winton driver Jacob Begg sits sixth in the 2025 NAPA Auto Parts New Zealand Formula Ford Championship after an impressive outing at Highlands Motorsport Park in Cromwell recently. The event was also the final round of the South Island Championship and Begg claimed fourth place overall, another fine effort in

The team here at Mitre 10 MEGA Invercargill are SO excited to be celebrating 20 YEARS this coming March! Mitre 10 Mega Invercargill Celebrates 20 YearsThe team at Mitre 10 MEGA Invercargill don’t do things by halves, and for their 20th birthday celebration they have a massive giveaway happening.

* Reserve Bank lowers official cash rate by 50 basis points to 3.75%. * Banks reduce floating mortgage rates, with mixed changes to fixed rates. * Economic growth expected to recover in 2025 despite global uncertainty. The Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) has cut the official cash rate (OCR) by 50

* Tweed Street roundabout in Invercargill will be reduced to one lane from late this week. * Multiple highways will have overnight lane closures, detours, and resurfacing work throughout February. * Drivers should plan ahead and follow speed limits for safety and efficiency. Road users across Southland should prepare for delays and detours